Dare and Will - Sembawang Air Base's call, is supported by its logo's motif - rotor blades in a circle borne by a wing and crowned with a red bayonet.
The encircled rotor blades symbolises round-the-clock capability enforced by a strong, determined workforce.
The wing denotes a heliborne strike force while the bayonet pointing up to the national crest represents a move towards excellence.
Sembawang Air Base had its beginnings as an airfield in the huge British naval base, HMS Sembawang. Known as the HMS Simbang, it served the needs of carrier-based aircraft of the British fleet.
In 1971, HMS Simbang was handed over to the Singapore Air Defence Command (SADC). It became a full-fledged rotary-wing air base in 1983. Sembawang Air Base is now home to all of the RSAF's rotary-wing squadrons. Among the aircraft based there are the AH-64D Apache, AS332M Super Puma and the CH-47D Chinook.
The squadrons based there are:
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120 Squadron
Formed in 1969, the 120 Squadron is the RSAF's first and oldest operational squadron. In its early years, the squadron flew the Alouette helicopter, but upgraded to the Bell UH1H "Huey" transport helicopter in 1977. In January 2006, the re-deployment of our AH-64D Apaches heralded a new chapter for 120 Squadron.
The 120 Squadron's motto, Strive To Achieve, is the squadron's commitment to always be professional and passionate in accomplishing all missions with excellence and fortitude.
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123 Squadron
Formed in 1992, the 123 Squadron flies the AS550 Fennec, a small and highly maneuverable aircraft. The Fennec is an excellent platform for training pilots in peacetime or operations and can undertake both reconnaissance and armed functions.
Swift & Precise easily describes the Fennec as it does the 123 Squadron. The Redhawk - a bird known for its hunting prowess and flight agility - is its callsign and main motif. An operational squadron, the 123 Squadron fulfils the Light Observation Helicopter (LOH) role.
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125 Squadron
Set up in 1985, the 125 Squadron's support role in flying the Super Pumas is reflected in their motto, Swift In Support. The motto is supported by the squadron motif, a running Puma. It signifies the unit's swiftness and efficiency.
The Super Puma conducts Search and Rescue (SAR) operations and is also employed in medium lift helicopter operations, troop lifts and underslung operations in support of the Army.
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126 Squadron
The Cougar head, aptly represents the squadron as the main fleet of AS532ULs operated by the squadron is NATO coded as the Cougar. The cougar signifies the squadron's alertness, agility and aggressiveness, ever ready and able to achieve all her tasks under all circumstances. The three coloured arrows represent the squadron's swift response to support the three services of the SAF. The outward pointing arrows affirm the squadron's participation in the SAF's move towards excellence and her endeavour to fulfil national goals in Search and Rescue, and tactical commitments.
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127 Squadron
Set up in 1998, the 127 Squadron's support role in flying the Chinook is reflected in their motto, Strength, Courage and Swiftness. The motto is supported by the squadron motif, a white horse in full battle armour.
The squadron supports the Army in troop/equipment lift and also augments the Super Puma in Search & Rescue(SAR) operations.
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Complementing these rotary-wing squadrons are:
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Air Logistics Squadron (ALS)
The Air Logistics Squadron services, maintains and repairs on-ground systems required for air operations.
Sembawang ALS' specialist logistics support function for all of the base's helicopters is represented by the logo's helicopter silhouette. A set of golden gears imply the unit's capability of providing quality support services based on a strong engineering foundation. Its motto, Towards Better Support, symbolises the squadron's commitment to continuous improvement in quality and capability.
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Airfield Maintenance Squadron (AMS)
The Airfield Maintenance Squadron keeps runways and airfields in operational order. It also carries out bomb and explosive disposal work.
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Field Defence Squadron (FDS)
The Field Defence Squadron ensures the security of the air base through regular perimeter patrols and controlling personnel movement within the base. Through regular training, the Field Defence Squadron is well-prepared for its air base ground defence role during operations.
Sembawang's FDS logo depicts two criss-crossed bayonets and the RSAF Wing. The bayonets demonstrate a cohesive unit in defense while the wing represents the unit's cooperation with the flying squadrons. With its motto, Uphold and Persevere, the squadron aims to defend and uphold the territorial integrity of Sembawang Air Base.
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Flying Support Squadron (FSS)
The Flying Support Squadron ensures the smooth flow of aircraft traffic in and out of the base by controlling the base's airspace and aircraft. It is responsible for the safety and success of all air missions.
Sembawang's FSS logo represents the precision and control needed in all aspects of air traffic control and communications. A skill reinforced by the motto Precision In Control. The headset signifies communications precision while the control tower and helicopter represent the squadron's 24-hour air traffic control to all helicopter operations.
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Last updated on 30 Jul 2008
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